Anxiety Therapists in Sturbridge, MA

As clinical social workers and experienced psychotherapists, we believe that people of all ages are able to grow and overcome the obstacles that life presents. We are dedicated to providing effective, strengths-based counseling to empower our clients on their journey to a healthier and brighter future. We have over twenty-five years experience providing counseling for children, adolescents, families, and adults. We work together with clients to achieve their personal goals in a safe environment.

Sometimes your anxiety is so bad it can just stop you in your tracks. The depression can knock you down and steal all the pleasure from your life. Relationships can become strained and instead of easing the pain they can seem to add to it. You're managing to cover all the basics most of the time but no one seems to understand just how difficult that can be. But I understand. I know the struggle. I understand that some to the problems of today are linked to pain from the past. And I know how to help people who are hurting to feel stronger, more confident, and to regain some of that pleasure, contentment and purpose in life.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 17 years of experience. I have worked extensively with clients who present with various emotional and behavioral challenges and diagnoses, including: depression, anxiety, AD/HD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder/trauma reactivity, grief, substance use, mood instability, limited use of effective coping skills, impaired decision making, impulsivity, low self-esteem and relationship issues. I use a collaborative and strength based approach to assist clients in recognizing and building upon their strengths and overcoming their challenges.

In my blended practice of mental health counseling and art therapy, I work with families, adults, and children, supporting them in identifying resources and strengths to regain emotional health. In sessions, we work together using the approach that best suits my clients' needs--- art therapy using hands-on creative projects to gently encourage self-expression and gain insight; cognitive behavioral therapy to positively shift thoughts and feelings; and dialectical behavior therapy to enhance mindfulness and increase resilience. Through this therapeutic work, clients develop ways to resolve their issues--- relieving depression, managing anxiety, positively changing behavior, processing trauma, healing from abuse.

If you are seeking guidance and support towards a more joyful and balanced life, with holistic interventions, let's work together towards your goals. Everyone meets a time in their life where the barriers to your personal vision of wellness, can feel overwhelming. You can have the support you want to move towards your personal view of success and wellness.

I am a professional, and empathic therapist, who is down to earth and real. I strive to help my clients utilizing the best therapeutic approach for the specific problem brought to me. Whether it is relationship problems, a divorce, anxiety, depression, or another mental health problem, I'm motivated to find a solution with you that meets your goals and needs.

BCBS or self pay only. Morning appointments open only. "We can control our thoughts and emotions or they can control us. There is a world of difference." Therapy is educational and direct with focus on cognitive restructuring and skills building. Clients usually report ease of symptoms in the first few weeks. I'm a graduate of Assumption. I've completed the Aaron Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy known to be the most effective form of treatment today. Longer sessions are also available. Some people respond better to a 2 or 3 hour session.

I have been working with substance use disorders and mental health disorders, such as anxiety and depression, since 2019. I take a collaborative approach by talking to you and ensuring that your goals and needs are heard and understood. I focus on ways to help improve your daily life by focusing on current stressors and providing goal setting for each week. By applying different skills and self-care practices into your daily routine, you will be able to see positive behavioral changes.

Life is full of seasons. Some seasons are more turbulent than others. Do you find that you’re losing sleep, or worrying more than usual? Maybe your usual hobbies have taken a backseat, or you’re spending more time alone. You may be struggling with other health issues, or have started ignoring them. Perhaps you've started using substances more often than you'd like to. Or you just don’t understand why no one “gets” you and you wish someone would just try!

Therapy is a process, a journey at times in uncharted territory. With my extensive background, education and experience I will walk with you, work and support you as you go an grow in your journey offering you my 100% every step. I have been working with Depression and Anxiety, Trauma, Life Transitions, Couples and Families, Pregnancy/Childbirth and Parenting Issues, Death and Dying, Substance Abuse and Recovery. Last but not least working with Chronic Mental Illness in Children, Teens and Adults. I support Individuals and Families of all "Make-Ups", specially those who belong to under-served, immigrants and stigmatized groups.

Are you feeling, afraid, depressed, anxious, overwhelmed or just feel like life is to tough. Do you feel like bad things only happen to you. Well don't feel alone, bad things happen to many people. Therapy is a chance to put things back into perspective and help get your life back on track. I base therapy on the individual needs of the client. Offering the highest level of care for clients in a safe, comfortable private setting. Client's learn to develop effective coping and problem solving skills to address life's challenges and to attain personal growth. TELEMEDICINE IS AVAILABLE TO ALL CLIENTS AT THIS TIME.

Current openings with clinicians credentialed with BCBS. The ideal client who I work with therapeutically is motivated and desires change. This client values the therapeutic relationship while also working toward success quickly. This client should be excited, even if a little bit anxious, about gaining valuable insight into themselves and their place in their life. As far as couples/marriage counseling is concerned, couples should be motivated to stay together and not simply stop off at therapy before divorce. Couples should be willing to work hard and look at themselves as individuals as well as a family.

**NEW PATIENTS CONTACT USING EMAIL ONLY PLEASE, and indicate ‘new patient’ in subject line.** Women’s Wellbeing Coaching and Counseling is a private psychological practice located in Worcester, MA, serving women ages 18 and older. We are committed to providing the highly personalized treatment to address issues women frequently experience. Cognitive behavioral therapy is used with issues such as depression, anxiety, stress, life transitions. Other issues treated: post-partum mood changes, PMDD, and psychological factors related to perimenopause/ menopause.

Carol's clients are creative and wise; which is every person. Her clients are ready to use their natural creativity to question the "what is" and want to implement what they desire in their life. Carol's clients want to feel confident in creating their life. When working with Carol, you will have an art transformative experience that also satisfies clinical counseling skills. You will create art during your session, while learning skills for self soothing, empowerment, and focusing on what calls to you. Carol facilitates the art making, holds the space, and verbally processes with you throughout the session.

Do you feel alone and need someone to turn to for help? Are you suffering from grief and loss? Have you ever gotten into legal problems,for anger outbursts,or relationships problems at home and or work? Are you fearful that you cannot stop using drugs and or alcohol? Do you experience feelings of sadness, worthlessness, feel disconnected or overwhelmed?

MY PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY FULL. I am a clinical psychologist licensed in Massachusetts and I conduct all of my sessions online. All sessions are conducted over a secure, HIPAA-compliant tele-health platform. I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families. I have worked with people across the developmental spectrum, from children to elder adults, for nearly 2 decades. My specialty is helping people address the challenges that get in the way of living a completely fulfilled life. Mood disorders, trauma, grief and loss, as well as difficult life transitions are some of these challenges.

Currently in my practice I use an evidenced based type of therapy that has been embraced for years. Compassion based therapy provides the client with a total acceptance and validation for their well being. People who experience them may struggle to feel relieved, reassured or safe. Research suggests that a specialized affect regulation system (or systems) underpins feelings of reassurance, safeness and well being. It is believed to have evolved with attachment and in particular, the ability to register and respond with calming and a sense of well being to being cared for.

The ideal client is one who is searching for way to eliminate or decrease their emotional pain. Issues range from any concern that the client is feeling stuck and unable to move forward. The greater need is to return back to the their previous level of functioning. The goal is to figure out how to get unstuck and decrease painful symptoms.

I provide comfortable, compenent, confidential counseling. My ideal client is willing to engage in a holistic process which creates an awareness of how their physical, emotional, and spiritual health impacts their well being and their relationships on a daily basis. I strive to help develop a sense of understanding which facilates an experience of acceptance and personal growth. Personal growth where individuals learn how to quiet negativity by cultivating hope and optimism.